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PTFE expansion joints

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The PTFE expansion joints are unreinforced PTFE that come standard with iron 150# drill flanges.  Stainless flanges are available.  They are avaialable in 2, 3, or 5 convolutions of varing movements.  The 2-convolution joint is sometimes referred to as a “coupling”.
Molded flexible couplings and expansion joints of PTFE designed to help protect pumps, compressors and other expensive equipment.
Bellows-type flexible couplings and expansion joints are contour molded of black PTFE by a patented process. They are corrosion resistant, non-aging, with extraordinary flex life and unmatched reliability. These superior units cost no more than those made of lesser materials. The flexible element is formed over the full sealing face of the end flanges eliminating troublesome separate gaskets.PTFE EXPANSIONNote the change in pressure rating with temperature.
PTFE expansion joint 2 convolutes

DIA

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LNGTH

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COMPR

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LATERAL

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WT

(lbs)
PRESS @ 70F

(psi)
PRESS @ 200F

(psi)
PRESS @ 300F

(psi)
PRESS @ 400F

(psi)
 1  1 3/8  1/4  1/8  170  135  100  70
 1 1/2  1 3/8  1/4  1/8  3  170  135  100  70
 2  1 9/16  1/4  1/8  7  170  135  95  65
 2 1/2  2 1/4  5/16  1/8  10  165  130  95  65
 3  2 1/4  3/8  3/16  12  165  125  90  60
 4  2 5/8  1/2  1/4  18  160  125  85  60
 5  3 1/4  1/2  1/4  24  155  120  85  60
 6  2 3/4  1/2  1/4  29  150  115  85  55
 8  4  1/2  1/4  47  145  110  80  55
 10  5 1/4  1/2  1/4  64  140  110  80  55
 12  6  1/2  1/4  72  135  105  75  50